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Generation Zero: Transformative Strategies to Reduce HIV Transmission in Youth

The Generation Zero: Transformative Strategies to reduce HIV Transmission in Youth webinar is designed to provide an in-depth exploration of innovative and effective strategies including comprehensive sexual education, community engagement, and the integration of technology in outreach efforts aimed at reducing HIV transmission and promoting viral suppression among youth.

Additionally, the course will highlight the importance of stigma reduction, mental health support, and access to healthcare services in fostering a supportive environment for young individuals. Participants will learn about best practices that address the unique challenges and opportunities faced by young people in the context of HIV prevention and treatment.

Re-Envisioning Sexual History Taking

Gathering a patient’s sexual history is essential for delivering high-quality healthcare, as it allows providers to assess and screen for a variety of sexual health concerns. Taking a comprehensive sexual history should be part of routine care and is particularly important when symptoms or physical exam findings suggest potential issues like sexually transmitted infections (STIs). This self-paced learning module will focus on the application of the 6 P’s of sexual history taking, identify strategies to overcome barriers to comprehensive history gathering, and emphasize the importance of cultural awareness and humility in ensuring an inclusive approach for all patients.

The HIV-STI Nexus: Exploring the Hidden Connection

The HIV-STI Nexus: Exploring the Hidden Connection session addresses how STIs can increase susceptibility to HIV and vice versa, making comprehensive screening essential for effective prevention and treatment. Experts will discuss the latest research on co-infection risks, the impact on patient health, and best practices for integrated screening and care.

This course is jointly provided by Postgraduate Institute for Medicine and HealthHIV.

Breaking Barriers: HIV Awareness, Prevention, and Advocacy for Black Women and Girls

Despite notable advancements in HIV prevention and treatment, Black women and girls continue to experience disproportionately high rates of HIV/AIDS, driven by distinct social, political, and structural factors that increase their vulnerability. This on-demand activity will explore these complex determinants and highlight effective strategies for raising HIV awareness, improving screening, and enhancing prevention efforts within Black communities. Participants will examine the crucial roles of healthcare providers, community leaders, and advocates in supporting HIV prevention tailored to the specific needs of Black women and girls. Additionally, they will gain the knowledge and tools needed to advocate for and implement equitable HIV prevention programs, contributing to a more inclusive and effective public health response.

HIV and Older Adults: Managing Chronic Disease and Polypharmacy

This webinar will focus on the unique healthcare needs of older adults living with HIV. Faculty will explore the challenges of managing multiple chronic conditions alongside HIV, as well as the complexities of using multiple medications, known as polypharmacy. The session will review strategies for optimizing care, minimizing drug interactions, and improving overall health outcomes in this growing population.

This course is jointly provided by Postgraduate Institute for Medicine and HealthHIV.

The Heart of the Matter: Cardiovascular Health in People Living with HIV

The Heart of the Matter: Cardiovascular Health in People Living with HIV webinar is designed to provide a comprehensive overview of cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk among people living with HIV.

Target Audience: This activity is intended for physicians, pharmacists, registered nurses, PAs, psychologists, social workers and other healthcare providers engaged in the care of patients with HIV.

Managing Diabetes and HIV in the DMV: An Integrated Approach for Healthcare Providers

This webinar is designed to offer an in-depth exploration of the complex relationship between HIV and diabetes, two chronic conditions that increasingly intersect within patient populations. Designed for healthcare professionals in the DMV (District of Columbia, Maryland, and Virginia), this one-hour session will provide key insights into preventive strategies and management techniques for patients living with both conditions. This webinar will address the rising prevalence of diabetes among individuals living with HIV and offer practical, region-specific guidance on managing these coexisting conditions. Participants will examine how HIV therapies impact metabolic health and the unique challenges faced by those with both HIV and diabetes. The session will equip participants with actionable knowledge to enhance patient care and outcomes. Additionally, the discussion will cover cultural competency and the challenges faced by vulnerable populations in the DMV, including the impact of social determinants of health and disparities in care, and how to address these disparities for diverse populations affected by both conditions.

Target Audience: Clinicians, Medical Providers, Community Health Workers, Pharmacists

PrEP and Doxy: Strategies for Prevention

The PrEP and Doxy: Strategies for Prevention Webinar offers an in-depth exploration of innovative HIV and STI prevention methods. It focuses on the combined use of PrEP (pre-exposure prophylaxis) for HIV prevention and doxycycline as a potential pre and post-exposure prophylaxis to prevent certain bacterial STIs. Attendees will gain insights into the latest research and best practices for incorporating these strategies into prevention efforts.

This course is jointly provided by Postgraduate Institute for Medicine and HealthHIV.

This activity is intended for physicians, pharmacists, registered nurses, PAs, psychologists, social workers and other healthcare providers engaged in the care of patients with HIV.

Beyond the Basics: Navigating the HIV-Cancer Intersection

This webinar will shed light on the reasons behind increased risk of certain cancers among people living with HIV and why their cancer outcomes are worse compared to people without HIV. The faculty will delve into evidence-based strategies to improve survival in HIV-associated cancers. The webinar also will cover potential treatment options that may exploit unique characteristics of these cancers to improve outcomes.

This course is jointly provided by Postgraduate Institute for Medicine and HealthHIV.

Target Audience

This activity is intended for Clinicians, Community Health Workers, and Direct Service providers.

Faculty

Dr. Kathryn Lurain MD, MPH-Associate Research Physician, National Cancer Institute, National Institute of Health
Dr. Lurain is a hematologist-oncologist and an expert in the treatment of virus-associated cancers and lymphoproliferative disorders. ShDr. e is the Clinical Director of the HIV and AIDS Malignancy Branch and an associate research physician at the National Cancer Institute. She earned her B.A. in Biology from Oberlin College and Masters in Global Public Health from George Washington University. She received her M.D. from the University of Virginia and completed Internal Medicine residency at the University of Chicago before completing fellowship in hematology and oncology at the National Cancer Institute. Her clinical research is focused on the development of new treatments for HIV-associated lymphomas using immunotherapy approaches. Her translational work focuses on understanding the changes in cellular and humoral immune function at the onset of virus-associated cancers and how immune function is affected by treatment. Dr. Lurain is an advocate for people living with HIV and their inclusion in clinical trials, and she is trained in the clinical care of sexual and gender minorities.